Overview

Justin-Siena High School is a Catholic college preparatory institution in Napa Valley, California that serves approximately 650 young men and women in grades 9-12. Founded 40 years ago, Justin High School was established for boys and Siena High School was exclusively for girls. The two merged in 1972 to form Justin-Siena High School, known today as an academically-rigorous, values-based institution designed to prepare its co-ed students for college and for life.

Location

Napa Valley, California

Environment

Gasser Library and Media Center was built in 2001 as multipurpose facility for use both during and after school hours. It was designed as the technology hub for the school and, as such, features an extensive number of computer stations and databases.

The Dilemma

The goal was to create a welcoming environment where students could not only comfortably study, but also gather and socialize – a novel concept for a library at that time.

The Solution

Once Bretford was chosen, the team went to work right away and began specifying furniture for the room. Ultimately, it was determined that Bretford’s Legacy library system was the ideal line for the Gasser Library and Media Center due to its elegant look and high durability. The Legacy system also offered a complete selection for an integrated look. This significantly reduced the time and effort involved with outfitting the new library.